Zelenskyy Stolen Territory US Peace Plan: Putin Wants Legal Recognition for ‘Stolen’ Land
Zelenskyy spoke to Sweden’s parliament. He said: “Putin wants legal recognition to what he has stolen. This breaks territorial integrity and sovereignty. That’s the main problem.”
His words came after weekend talks in Geneva. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced progress. An “updated peace framework” was drafted with Ukrainian and European teams.
Geneva Talks Show Progress on Russia Ukraine Peace Proposal 2025
Rubio called the sessions productive. Both sides agreed on next steps. The goal is a “sustainable and just peace.”
A joint statement stressed Ukraine’s sovereignty. Zelenskyy thanked Trump for U.S. aid. He mentioned Javelin missiles that “save Ukrainian lives.”
Still, the original plan demands big concessions. Ukraine would cede Donbas. It would recognize Crimea as Russian. Military limits would be permanent.
European Allies Reject Trump 28 Point Ukraine Deal Elements
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb agreed with Zelenskyy. He said major issues remain. “Yielding to the aggressor” violates international law.
Foreign affairs leaders from 20 European countries spoke out. They said peace cannot mean yielding to Russia. Ukraine’s territorial integrity must be respected.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Europe is far from agreement. He proposed a ceasefire first. No territorial concessions should be made.
Russia Responds to Zelenskyy Putin Territorial Integrity Demands
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow waits for the revised plan. He called it “open to dialogue.”
President Putin once called the original a “basis for resolution.” He warned rejection means more Russian advances.
Ukrainian Ambassador Olga Stefanishyna called the proposal a “wish list.” She said Ukraine has not agreed to all terms.
Why Stolen Territory Is the Core Deal-Breaker
Zelenskyy faces huge pressure at home. Concessions on occupied land feel like betrayal. This includes Crimea since 2014. It covers parts of Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia.
Polls show 85% of Ukrainians oppose compromises. European leaders agree. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said “peace cannot mean capitulation.”
The plan also demands constitutional changes. Ukraine would be barred from NATO. Kyiv sees this as a security red line.
Trump’s Deadline Adds Pressure to Geneva Ukraine Talks November 2025
Trump set Thanksgiving as a flexible deadline. He told reporters the draft is “not my final offer.”
If rejected, Trump warned Zelenskyy could “fight his little heart out.” This might cut U.S. aid during Ukraine’s winter crisis.
Sen. Lindsey Graham called the plan a “starting point.” He urged revisions for “honorable peace.” Sen. Mike Rounds said Rubio admitted the original came from Russia.
Global Stakes of the Territorial Impasse
The standoff risks splitting NATO. Europe prepares its own aid for Kyiv. Independent security guarantees are in the works.
Experts warn ceding land emboldens Putin. He might target other neighbors. Rejection could prolong the war into 2026. This would cost thousands more lives.
Zelenskyy said: “Ukraine faces a very difficult choice.” Dignity or losing a key partner. The world watches closely.
